2) A British rock band from Liverpool in the mid 70's. They released two albums, Rush and Back to Thunder.
Strife were formed by Paul Ellson in 1969 with Peter Trotman on guitar, Peter Hobbs on bass , and Ellson on drums. Within a few gigs, Gordon Rowley had replaced Hobbs on bass and also became chief vocalist. Around that time, Graham Kin also joined on keyboards and vocals, leaving within a year to return to studies.
Soon (1971), the band were joined by John Reid, ex The Klubbs, on guitar and vocals. They recorded a demo - 'Preparation' c/w 'Jerafter' as a four peice but soon after, Peter Trotman left the band and they were joined by singer Paddy Breen also ex The Klubbs. Breen's sojourn, however, was short-lived.
In '72, John Reid was badly injured whilst Stock Car racing. Peter Trotman stepped in temporarily but, at a Liverpool Club, Gordon Rowley was electrocuted and almost died on stage, being resuscitated by medics from the stunned audience.
Back together again, the 3 piece record "Magic of the Dawn" a demo recording organised by soul singer Edwin Starr who had seen the band at the Mardi Gras club in Liverpool. (Whist gigging nationally, Strife also often played local, Merseyside venues, sometimes playing Liverpool's Cavern Club, two or even three nights in a week.)
In 1973 Strife went to Los Angeles, they had an invitation to contact Mal Evans, Apple executive and former Beatles road manager. They had met Mal on a film set, 'Little Malcolm'. Although their act was considered too wild and attention-grabbing for the film's club scenes (some audience members spontaneously jumped on the tables, thus spoiling the shots) it's possible that the band may be seen as extras (has anyone out there checked?). Mal Evans was working in L.A. with John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. However, the media frenzy at this get-together was so intense that, a few hours prior to the arranged meeting, the ex-Beatles and their entourage had left the city for a secret destination where they could continue their work in peace. No-one, including Strife, were told of the departure or the destination.
As the band walked away from the abandoned meeting place, a pink Cadillac did a U-turn and pulled alongside. It was Edwin Starr. Through Starr they soon met up with R.Dean Taylor and recorded a demo album, both in L.A. and in San Francisco, with Taylor as producer. One of these songs, 'Better Man than I' turned up on the album 'Rush'. These sessions also resulted in the acetate 'Worry', believed to be now owned by renown Liverpool DJ, Billy Butler. Whist on a second trip to the US that year, Strife were offered a deal by the William Morris Agency to replace Grand Funk Railroad on their roster. For some reason, the band were unimpressed and returned to the UK to tour; gigs included the last night of the original Cavern Club.
Strife signed with Chrysalis Records in the UK in '74 and recorded 'Rush'. It was released in early '75 with a strong appearance in the Virgin chart (at the time, the main barometer of UK rock music). As the album was released, Strife toured with Ginger Baker led outfit, The Baker Gurvitz Army. Shortly after this tour, they were joined by guitarist Vic Pappaleo but, despite Vic being an amazing guitarist, the format didn't work out. Strife continued as a three piece, working solidly and increasing their fan-base. However, despite the band's popularity, Chrysalis, whilst going through a corporate identity crisis, refused to release any further material - yet they held Strife to their contract. Regardless of the legal situation, Strife were determined to keep recording and recorded the EP 'School', releasing it on their own label, Outlaw. (Their agent, Paul King was later to take the name 'Outlaw' for his highly successful concert promotions company). After Strife eased out of the Chrysalis contract, 'School' was quickly picked up and released by EMI .
During this mid-70s period the gigging figures showed that Strife were the most in-demand rock band in Britain. No band was safe from being blown offstage. Procol Harum paid Strife off, Judas Priest pulled out, The Average White Band turned plain nasty and Slade's manager, Chas. Chandler, gave instructions that his band should never have to appear with Strife again. Moving from support, from '73 onwards, the band headlined in major venues as well as famous rock clubs such as the London's Marquee and Frankfurt's Zoom.
On New Year's Eve 1977, Paul Ellson left the band to be replaced by David Williams, his former drum roadie. With Williams in the driving seat, the album 'Back to Thunder' was recorded and released on the Gull label. By now though, Punk dominated the scene and, within a year or so, following an illness' of Gordon Rowley, the band split.
3) Dungeon synth. https://strifeofficial.bandcamp.com/
Through and Through
Strife Lyrics
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You? can I express myself - is there any
Way to? it moves through and through it
Moves through me... look into these eyes
And tell me what you see. I'll call truth
And happiness sealed by destiny...inside
Me...can you see me...there is only one
Truth.
The lyrics of Strife's song Through and Through suggest a deep sense of longing and frustration. The opening line "will you ever know what it is feel for you?" shows the singer's desire for their feelings to be reciprocated. He questions whether he can express himself and wonders if there is any way to convey his emotions. The phrase "it moves through and through it moves through me" shows that the feelings are consuming him completely.
The second half of the verse takes a more introspective turn, with the line "look into these eyes and tell me what you see." The singer is essentially asking the listener to judge the sincerity of their feelings. They proclaim their belief in "truth and happiness," which they feel is sealed by destiny. The closing lines "can you see me...there is only one truth" is perhaps a plea to be seen for who they truly are, without any deception or pretense.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you ever know what it is feel for
Questioning whether the other person can ever truly understand the depth of the singer's emotions
You? can I express myself - is there any
Wondering if it's even possible for the singer to adequately communicate their feelings
Way to? it moves through and through it
The emotion being felt is all-consuming and takes over the singer completely
Moves through me... look into these eyes
The artist's intense emotion is visible in their eyes and they want the other person to acknowledge it
And tell me what you see. I'll call truth
The artist is seeking honesty from the other person and will consider only the truth as valid
And happiness sealed by destiny...inside
The singer believes that true happiness can only come from within and is destined to be found there
Me...can you see me...there is only one
The singer wants to be understood and acknowledged as a unique individual
Truth.
The artist values the truth and authenticity above all else
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDREW KLINE, CHAD PETERSON, RICK RODNEY, SIDNEY NIESEN, TODD TURNHAM
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Boris Kuzmanovic
my fav band...brings back some memories
vadermask//mass retaliation
Awesome song!!! Awesome album!!! STRIFE was the greatest band in the mid 90's!!!! "One Truth" is such a great album, I just can't say it enough. It is the sequel to the JUDGE album. Speaking of, when the f is JUDGE gonna do a proper reunion show with Mike Judge & Porcell? Every other band, but JUDGE won't play and Glenn wont get on stage with Jerry & Doyle. We could have a MISFITS reunion for real. And JUDGE. I wish Strummer was still alive. The CLASH could still be great. LOL..............
Daffster
vadermask you spoke too soon
raybeez55
saw these guys open for sick of it all in 95 in a tiny club in miami florida..never heard of strife before that but they fucking rocked.after the show rick the singer walked passed me and i told him how much i liked his music and he stayed and bullshited with me for like a half hour...great band and great guys been a fan since
Mohamad Anton
Like this band !!
Mohamad Zulkarnain Bin Tersiden
Will you ever know what it is feel for
You? can I express myself - is there any
Way to? it moves through and through it
Moves through me... look into these eyes
And tell me what you see. I'll call truth
And happiness sealed by destiny...inside
Me...can you see me...there is only one
Truth.
Garrett Warrick
Just saw them last night. Shit went off
EDGE108
STRIFE.. Arms of the few.. STRAIGHT EDGE>>>
dicky rachmatullah
Will you ever know what it is feel for
You? can I express myself - is there any
Way to? it moves through and through it
Moves through me... look into these eyes
And tell me what you see. I'll call truth
And happiness sealed by destiny...inside
Me...can you see me...there is only one
Truth.
Gacha Fun
The Best